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Weekly Rides

All weekly rides are show-and-go. Most operate only when DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME is in effect. The number of people at each ride can and does vary greatly. All rides are at-your-own risk as to weather, and if there is enough sunlight to finish the ride (so bring your bike lights because they might be necessary). Helmets are required. Emailing the ride leader to confirm details is always a good idea.

KVBC MONDAY MORNING RIDE

Where: Varies week to week (check KVBC Facebook page for details).When: Varies week to weekWho: Mike ThorpEmail: met4@cox.netHow: The average speed on this ride will be between 15 and 16 mph, and the distance generally around 30 miles. The start time and departure point will vary from week to week. The ride will probably have a designated regroup spot around halfway in an effort to keep the group together. This ride is intended for experienced riders who are looking for a group recovery ride after riding longer harder miles on the weekend. Only self-propelled bikes on this ride without battery assist, and of course helmets are required.Pace: 15-16 mph

MY PACE MONDAY

Where: Henry T’s, 1521 SW 21st Street. Click here for a map.When: 6:00 pm Mondays (on hiatus until spring).Who: Angie SheltonEmail: angieshelton@hotmail.comHow: 20-25 miles; great ride for beginners who are ready to get off the trail and hit the open road.Pace: 12-14 mph average; no drop.

Where: Walgreens, 3630 SW Wanamaker Road. (click here for a map)When: Tuesday evenings at 6:10 pm (starting April 10).Who: Mark KosslerEmail: topkossler@cox.netHow: Ready to learn how to ride faster, how to draft in a group and how to compete in longer (60, 75, 100 mile) rides? Then join us at 6:10 pm from the 37th & Wanamaker Walgreens for Tuesday Training Rides. This will be a faster-paced ride (16+ mph average) and slower riders may be dropped. However, initial routes will be an out-and-back and riders can rejoin on the return leg. Ride distance will start at 18-20 miles and lengthen as daylight increases.Pace: 16+ mph average; slower riders may be dropped.

SO MO WEDNESDAY

Where: Location varies; contact the ride leader to be added to the email group.When: Wednesdays; time varies each week.Who: Bill Lucero and Mike ThorpEmail: phogey@cox.net and met4@cox.netHow: 15-30 miles; occasionally longer.Pace: A moderate, social pace of 12-14 mph; no drop.

DOVER DOGS

Where: Western Hills Church, 29th & Auburn Road. Click here for a map.When: 6:00 PM on Thursdays (April through September).Who: Erin Chamberlain and Kevin RiceEmail: echamberlain2@gmail.com and bicycleguy1957@yahoo.comHow: 20 miles round-trip, to Dover and back.Pace: Moderate; no drop. Mixed group that divides according to speed, but regroups in Dover.

Where: Pizagel’s Pizza and Bakery, 29th & Fairlawn Road. Click here for a map.When: 9:00 AM on Saturdays (starting October 13).Who: Mark Kossler and Steve CurtisEmail: topkossler@cox.net and slcurtis758@gmail.comHow: Ride begins and ends at Pizagel’s Pizza and Bakery, 29th & Fairlawn.Pace: Mixed group that divides according to speed, but regroups at several stops.

TOPEKA ROAD RIDERS (TRR)

Where: Starting location varies each week.When: Saturdays; time varies each week (contact the ride leader to be added to the email group).Who: Eric NordgrenEmail: ericnordgren@cox.netHow: No drop; mixed group that breaks down into pairs or smaller numbers and re-groups about every 5 miles.Pace: 13-17 mph average.

Where: Parking lot in front of Heartland BMX. Click here for a map.When: Once a month on Sundays.Who: Marcy and John SteflikEmail: mgunn1478@gmail.com and johnsteflik@gmail.comHow: The ride is approximately 10 miles. It is a youth ride on the paved Shunga trail, and will begin and end in the parking lot in front of the BMX track. Check KVBC Facebook page for specific time and details each month.Pace: Slow, beginner pace; no drop.

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